Gay marriage: Where the issue stands today

Robin Tyler, left, hugs Diane Olson after their wedding ceremony on the steps of Beverly Hills Courthouse, Monday June 16, 2008, in Beverly Hills, Calif. Dozens of gay couples were married Monday after a historic ruling making California the second state to allow same-sex nuptials went into effect(AP Photo/Kevork Djansezian)

As the Supreme Court considers gay marriage, the debate continues in Congress and the states

Gay marriage: Where the issue stands today

As the Supreme Court considers gay marriage, the debate continues in the states.Colorado lawmakers recently approved a civil union bill, while lawmakers in Minnesota are debating a bill to legalize gay marriage. Illinois Republicans recently considered ousting the state party leader over his support of same-sex marriage.The issue has not come up in Congress this year, though many lawmakers have shared their opinion on the court case.Here's a look at where the issue stands today: Thirty-one states ban gay marriage …